Serving 755 students in grades 5-6, Hillcrest Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Irwin, PA, encompassing approximately 28.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hillcrest Intermediate School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillcrest Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Intermediate School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillcrest Intermediate School's ranking?
Hillcrest Intermediate School is ranked #199 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hillcrest Intermediate School often compared to?
Hillcrest Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Level Green Elementary School, Trafford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hillcrest Intermediate School?
755 students attend Hillcrest Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hillcrest Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillcrest Intermediate School?
Hillcrest Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Intermediate School offer ?
Hillcrest Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Intermediate School part of?
Hillcrest Intermediate School is part of Norwin School District.
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